Be Safe At Work Seminars, Classes & Events for June 15-21, 2009

Be Safe At Work Seminars, Classes and Events for week June 15-21, 2009:
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40-Hour Hazardous Waste Site Worker (HAZWOPER)

As the foundation for HAZWOPER certification, OSHA requires attendance at a 24- or 40-hour course (or equivalent professional experience). The 40-hour HAZWOPER is designed for those workers who regularly engage in hazardous waste operations. In addition, certain individuals must receive an annual “refresher” training of 8 hours.

Time: June 15-19, 2009,
Location: RMCOEH Registration Coordinator, University of Utah – CE Program 391 Chipeta Way, Suite C, Salt Lake City, Utah 84108
Contact: (801-581-4055) FAX (801-585-5275)
Related
Links: University of Utah Training
Training products: Hazwoper Training | Hazwoper 40 Hour | Hazwoper Training 8 Hour Refresher

Certified Occupational Safety Specialist

COSS Program. This 5-day course is designed to build core competencies in the field of safety. Homework is an integral part of this course. COSS is a nationally accredited safety certification program that leaves you with a rewarding & beneficial toolbox of tips, tricks, solutions and a certification for your workplace safety program. COSS graduates also receive the OSHA certification for the 10-hour Construction & General

Time: June 15-19, 2009, 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Cost: Member Cost: $675.00, Non-Member Cost: $750.00
Location: Orlando – The Florida Safety Council 427 North Primrose Drive, Orlando FL 32803
Contact: Occupational Safety Administrative Assistant
Phone: 407-897-4443 Email: occasst [at] floridasafety [dot] org

Related
Links: United Safety Council Calendar
Training products: Safety Orientation Training

2009 National Safety Month-Overexertion Week

Back injuries, a form of overexertion, are the nation’s leading workplace safety problem and the third-leading reason for emergency room visits for non-fatal unintentional injuries. There are proven ways to prevent most overexertion injuries, such as using proper lifting techniques and engaging in back-strengthening exercises.

Here are some free promotional materials to help promote safety at work:
Overexertion Risk & Tips Sheet

Time: June 15-21, 2009
Cost: Free
Contact: meredith.morris {at} nsc(.)org or calling 630-775-2401.
Related
Links: National Safety Month Calendar
Training products: Back Safety | Heat Stress Safety